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Anne Schexnaydre <annebecnel@aol.com>
Destrehan, Louisiana United States - Tuesday, November 28, 2023 9:22 PM CST
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Westchester , Il Usa - Sunday, August 13, 2017 7:05 PM CDT
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Chattanooga, tn usa - Saturday, February 13, 2016 6:06 PM CST
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Chattanooga, tn usa - Saturday, February 13, 2016 6:05 PM CST
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MRS WENDY <wendyb24@gmail.com>
Texas, Texas USA - Sunday, November 8, 2015 2:34 PM CST
Thinking of you for some reason today. Looked up my old links and was so glad to see that your site is still up. Hope all is well with you. Nathan will never be forgotten.
Kristin Cooke <kristin.cooke@flextronics.com>
Parker, Tx USA - Tuesday, January 13, 2015 11:16 PM CST
Hi Susan, I was making a donation to St. Baldrick's today, and Nathan's name popped into my head. He is still inspiring others! I hope all is well with you and your family!
Karen, Bianca's mom from ivillage (urabee)

Karen Dibbern
Melbourne, FL 32940 - Friday, March 15, 2013 2:17 PM CDT
I hope Ashley and Nathan are getting ready for a huge Christmas celebration in heaven.
So wish they were with us. Thinking of you.

Robin <Gresh14@hotmail.com>
Carrtervlei, Il Usa - Friday, December 14, 2012 9:18 PM CST
Happy 12th birthday, sweet faced little angel. From someone who never met you but will never forget you. Your life may have been unfairly short, but your story will live on in your Mommy's loving words. God Bless, Gentry's.
Rita <thegr8bolli@yahoo.com>
- Saturday, June 16, 2012 1:11 AM CDT
I thought of Nathan and your family yesterday on Nathan's Angelversarry. It's hard to believe so much time has gone by. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers always.
Christine
Chicago, Il - Saturday, July 30, 2011 10:14 PM CDT
We will be thinking and remembering your family in prayer tomorrow. Happy Birthday, Nathan!

Jim & Dawn Runde
Greensboro, NC - Wednesday, June 15, 2011 8:53 PM CDT
My son is shaving his head this Friday in Nathan's name and I am so proud he is doing this. Read Nathan's story and wanted to thank you for sharing.
Lawrence Kochis <kochis@co.pueblo.co.us>
Pueblo, CO USA - Monday, March 7, 2011 12:02 AM CST
Thinking of your family today...



Jim & Dawn Runde (James' parents)
Greensboro, NC - Thursday, July 29, 2010 11:25 AM CDT
My thoughts are with you on this day that your baby became an angel...
xoxo

Carol hunt <huntclub55@yahoo.com>
Tigard, OR USA - Thursday, July 29, 2010 10:33 AM CDT
seni seviyoruz nathan,rahat uyu.
Ozcan <jaemarne@hotmail.com>
Kirkgoz, yok Tekirdag - Saturday, January 30, 2010 6:05 AM CST
Just stopping by to see Nathan. :) You all continue to be in my thoughts. xoxo
Melissa <melnjess@gmail.com>
Fountain, CO USA - Tuesday, December 22, 2009 2:34 PM CST
I'm praying for you and keeping all your loved ones in my prayers also.
Linda NunnBrady <nunnbetter@rtmc.net>
Bennett, nc chatham - Sunday, December 20, 2009 1:03 PM CST
You are all in our thoughts and prayers and always will be. I visit every now and then to see sweet Nathan's smile.
Kristin <kallee02@hotmail.com>
Wylie, Tx USA - Friday, October 16, 2009 10:41 PM CDT
Amber,
We are praying for you and your family. Be positive and hold on to your faith.

Hedda & Rafael Babilonia <leafar@prtc.net>
Guaynabo, P.R. USA - Monday, October 5, 2009 10:55 PM CDT
Hi Susan,

My nephew, Daniel, was treated with Nathan at Sloan (and I also worked with your cousin Geoff Dick in DC). I still check in, and think of your family and of Nathan. I remember being up in NYC over Thanksgiving 2006 and Daniel and Nathan were both in-patient. Hard to believe it was almost three years ago. My prayers are still with your family and your sweet boy.

Alexis Delaney <alexisbdelaney@hotmail.com>
Arlington, VA - Monday, September 21, 2009 7:29 PM CDT
I still check in occasionally and love seeing your angel's sweet face. Nathan, you're forever loved and missed!
Tawny <TawnyTearz@aol.com>
Miami, FL - Saturday, September 19, 2009 11:13 PM CDT
Andy & Kim,
I just talked to my sister and found out my heart and thoughts are with you,
Much Love,
Aunt Jo

Johannah Wagner <johannah.wagner@cox.net>
Buckeye, AZ USA - Wednesday, September 16, 2009 1:39 PM CDT
I'm still here, and your Nathan is still on my mind and in my heart.
Tracey Bisazza <traceybisazza@yahoo.com>
Manasquan, NJ 08736 - Thursday, September 10, 2009 10:45 AM CDT
Dear Luke and Family,
My heartfelt thoughts go out to you in the loss of your sweet little boy "Nathan"....such a hard life for a precious young guy. I pray that when the road seems to heavy and the grief gets you down that you will let Jesus carry you like the saying of "Footsteps In The Sand."

Debi Dietz <paulmark@atlanticbb.net>
Wiley Ford, WV USA - Thursday, September 3, 2009 10:34 AM CDT
I found your blog via a google search for the Cormac Mccarthy quote: "Faces fade, voices dim. Seize them back, whispered the sepulturero. Speak with them. Call their names. Do this and do not let sorrow die for it is the sweetening of every gift."

Sending love and strength your way, in memory of your son.

Jason Bell <bellboy17@verizon.net>
Carrollton, Tx USA - Tuesday, September 1, 2009 9:16 PM CDT
I think of you often.
How are the girls?
Do you have another web
site?
I miss seeing the kids grow up.
I bet they are still adorable.

Debbie Pike <debbiepike@yahoo.com>
Western, PA - Friday, August 21, 2009 10:21 PM CDT
Just wanted to say that I was thinking of you all today and thought I would do a search for dear sweet Nathan. Here is remembering the sweet smile of a boy that pointed me to Jesus!
Marvin Harrell <marvin@harrelldesign.com>
- Thursday, July 30, 2009 8:18 PM CDT
Dear sweet Nathan,
You were a gift to us all and will forever be missed!

Ouida Bartley <obartley@hotmail.com>
Colorado Springs, CO - Wednesday, July 29, 2009 11:42 AM CDT
We have you in our hearts and prayers.
Joe C. Watson <joewatson@pbtcomm.net>
Ridge Spring, SC USA - Thursday, July 9, 2009 12:42 AM CDT
Happy birthday in Heaven, Nathan. You are loved and missed on Earth.
Judy Lujan
Albuquerque, NM United States - Tuesday, June 16, 2009 3:53 PM CDT
Such a handsome little man Nathan is.. I know you miss him dearly and praying that he gives you Angel hugs today..

AngelMom Brenda

Brenda Atteberry <atteway@comcast.net>
Longmont, CO USA - Tuesday, June 16, 2009 8:36 AM CDT
Happy 9th Birthday Nathan. You are always close in thought.
Robin Brunet <robinb@start.ca>
Bradford, Ontario Canada - Tuesday, June 16, 2009 8:22 AM CDT
Happy 9th birthday, sweet Nathan. We will always miss you!
Ouida Bartley <obartley@hotmail.com>
- Tuesday, June 16, 2009 3:23 AM CDT
THIS IS A NICE CARE PAGE.
TERRY WOODWARD <TWOOD46824@AOL.COM>
CEDAR FALLS, IA. USA - Tuesday, June 2, 2009 4:35 PM CDT
It feels like spring here in NJ and I was at a garden center today and saw a John Deere tractor and immediately I thought of your sweet son Nathan and that cute picture of him in his John Deere shirt. I haven't written in a while, but I want you to know that I think of Nathan and the rest of the family often. He owns his name. If I hear "Nathan" it's always your Nathan who comes to mind first. ~ I hope the girls and you are well. I'll visit the new blog soon.
Christine Wood
Bridgewater, NJ - Tuesday, March 17, 2009 6:02 PM CDT
I am in the twelth grade and doing a project on cancer. Your sons story really touched my heart. Several of my family memebers have had cancer and some have been cured and others have been lost. He seemed like a very nice kid and very sweet boy.. He is in my prayers!!

cheri spears

L. Cheri M. Spears <cherispears_graduate_demons2009@yahoo.com>
Franklinton, LA USA - Monday, March 9, 2009 9:37 AM CDT
I am in the twelth grade and doing a project on cancer. Your sons story really touched y heart. Several of my family memebers have had cancer and some have been cured and others have been lost. He seemed like a very nice kid and very sweet boy.. He is in my prayers!!

cheri spears

L. Cheri M. Spears <cherispears_graduate_demons2009@yahoo.com>
Franklinton, LA USA - Monday, March 9, 2009 9:34 AM CDT
I actually stumbled upon Nathan's story. I live in TX but we moved here from the Springs. I went to St. Baldricks to see if my friend's son was shaving his head again this year. Didn't see his pic and his Mom said he wasn't able to do it this year. Patsy's pic was first on the page in honor of Nathan. So, I thought I'd take a moment to read his story. I spent the past two days reading his story. I was deeply moved and wanted to say good morning and God Bless. I will say a prayer for you today. I had several miscarriages (14 and 12 years ago) and I know first hand that losing achild is always with you. And somedays it just hits you and you need a little encouragement to make it through the day. Nathan was a cute little boy and your girls are beautiful. I made my pledge to Patsy to honor Nathan's memory
LaShan Arceneaux <lashan.arceneaux@gmail.com>
Rosenberg, TX US - Monday, February 23, 2009 10:17 AM CST
Dearest Nathan, I know you were such a blessing here on earth. Watch over your mom and family. You already know losing you was the hardest thing they will ever face. Sending lots of love and strength to your family, Nathan.
Sarina, J.T.'s angelmom <jtsangelmom@nobul.com>
Loveland, CO USA - Monday, February 16, 2009 2:21 PM CST
I am so very sorry for the loss of Nathan. What a beautiful boy who is now a bright light shining in heaven. Peace to you until the day you will hold him in your arms again.
Laurie ~ Jill's Mom <missnjill247@mchsi.com>
Milan, IL USA - Monday, February 16, 2009 9:50 AM CST
Awww, he is so beautiful Susan. Thanks for sharing that pic.

(((hugs)))
Rita

Rita B <thegr8bolli@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, January 15, 2009 10:16 PM CST
Just a note to let you know that poeple all over are thinking of Nathan this holiday season...With Love, The Bisazzas
Tracey Bisazza <traceybisazza@yahoo.com>
Manasquan, NJ USA - Friday, December 26, 2008 8:29 AM CST
Merry Christmas. You are missed and loved every day.
Kylie.
xoxox

Kylie Lamont <kylielamont@hotmail.com>
Melbourne, Victoria Australia - Thursday, December 25, 2008 9:40 PM CST
Thank you for the information on Lunch for Life. I'm pleased to make a donation in memory of Nathan. It's great that you are such ambassadors for this worthwhile organization. Christmas blessings from our family to yours.
Jennifer Fuss <Jenfloryfuss@aol.com>
Germantown, MD US - Monday, December 22, 2008 9:45 AM CST
Hi Susan. It's Heather from the Cranbabies board. I stop in sometimes just to check up on you all. I think of you so often and your sweet little boy.
Heather Honeycutt
Lebanon, OH USA - Friday, December 5, 2008 7:06 PM CST
Just stopping by to visit, and see Nathan's pic. I am glad the site is still here as well-it is too special to take down. I often wonder how you and your family are holding up. Much love and prayers for peace this Thanksgiving, I'm sure you will have a special angel watching over all of you.
Debbie & Connor
www.iwillliftmyeyesconnorkhoury.blogspot.com

Debbie Khoury <dlkhoury@yahoo.com>
Columbus, GA USA - Wednesday, November 19, 2008 10:41 PM CST
Randomly thinking of Nate.
Josh
- Tuesday, November 11, 2008 10:19 PM CST
I'm glad you keep your page available, I believe I'm in my third hour of reading (now typing). I am dehydrated from losing so many tears after watching the videos and reading upward through so many journal entries. I admire your courage and strength, you & Nathan have given me so much more inspiration to fund-raise with my daughter to help treat children with Neuroblastoma. Every part of my heart and soul go out to you and your beautiful family.
Thank you so very much, Greg Quinn.

Greg B Quinn <greg_30_quinn@yahoo.ca>
Edmonton, Ab Canada - Friday, October 24, 2008 10:16 PM CDT
You and Nathan are in my thoughts and prayers. I hate that he isn't with you here now. Hoping that you are finding some comfort and peace these days.
Lisamama from Friends of Heroes
Morgantown, WV - Friday, October 24, 2008 2:12 PM CDT
Just letting you know that you're always in my thoughts and prayers. Nathan, you're forever loved and missed!
Tawny <TawnyTearz@aol.com>
Miami, FL USA - Monday, October 20, 2008 10:57 PM CDT
Nathan's photo's were very touching, I am so sorry for the parents for the loss.....you often wonder whey situatoins happen, but I guess we are all made to be stronger in God's chosen life's for us....
Sabrina Bud <sabrinabud@yahoo.com>
Yucca Valley, ca USA - Thursday, October 16, 2008 10:37 AM CDT
I am thinking of you and praying for your family -- hope you are all doing well and are healing. I think of Nathan often.
Lisamama from Friends of Heroes
Morgantown, WV - Monday, September 22, 2008 7:31 PM CDT
Had my first Steak and Shake meal today and thought of you.
Erin Wiese <bradybugsmom@yahoo.com>
- Thursday, September 18, 2008 7:09 PM CDT
susan - for some reason I don't know how to respond on your other blog. I read it and then either write here or a letter. I wanted to let you know I understand to some degree how difficult it is to have people be uncomfortable about you having a child die. I think bec I did have a child die, too, I feel more at ease talking to you about Nathan. Only if you say you don't want to talk about him, should peopole not address the subject, He has to be remembered and talked about as he was a vital part of your lives. I never met Nathan but I felt as if I knew him thru this site and I will never forget that boy! He was and still is my hero. And you are an amazing mom! Just wanted you to know that. YOur emotions have to be so raw still. I am 37 yrs later from losing my daughter and it still hurts very much at times. 37 yrs later. so why shouldn't you feel hurt, angry, lonely, and all the emotions you feel each day. Just get those feelings out when you can and know that many people care about you. I hope you have a good day tomorrow and I will keep you in my prayers always. jude in pa xoxo
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak, pa usa - Tuesday, September 16, 2008 4:31 PM CDT
I think of Nathan all the time. I wish we would have seen him more when he was sick. I'll always remember that sweet little boy. Mostly I remember how when you looked at him you could tell he was an old soul just filled with kindness.
Erin Wiese
- Friday, September 12, 2008 8:34 AM CDT
Photobucket
Just wanted to say "Hello" and let you know I'm thinking about you : )

Dorie <dorieao@hotmail.com>
- Friday, September 5, 2008 10:24 PM CDT
I still think of you and Nathan... and your family often. While we've never met or talked, I've felt so connected to this site. I didn't want to ask to be in your other journal because I'm not that close to you, but please know there are more people out there that miss Nathan, think of you often, and hope you, your family and eveyone around you are healing (in some form). Nathan, you are such a special boy!!
Pamela <mmpammie@aol.com>
Snellville, GA - Thursday, September 4, 2008 8:24 PM CDT
Susan - wishing you all well. Hoping Julia has a good time at school this year. is Lauren in preschool? any updates on the girls would be nice:) thanks! take good care and know I pray for you and Luke and the girls all the time. God bless xoxoxo jude in PA
judehorvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak, pa, pa usa - Sunday, August 24, 2008 11:09 PM CDT
Thinking of you all and hoping that you're enjoying some good times together this summer. I saved the picture of Nathan in the camoflauge hat that we printed out for the St. Baldrick's event, and I posted it next to my desk in the lab. Nathan smiles on our efforts to cure cancer for other kids. I hope that someday we can. Sending lots of love your way, today and always.
Beth Villavicencio
Seattle, WA USA - Friday, August 22, 2008 3:48 PM CDT
Hi

It's been a long time since I visited the site. I couldn't find it for some reason. I just happened upon some pictures I kept of Nathan and got to the site. I am still praying for your family. I thought of Nathan on his birthday since it is also mine. May God continue to bless you all with joyous days.

Marsha Erps
McAllen , Tx U.S.A. - Wednesday, August 20, 2008 7:59 PM CDT
Susan -- don't know how to respond to your other site, so thought I would write here. We just got back from Taiwan, so I checked your site for the 1st time in several months. I love your pictures. We would love to see you while we drive home. We are in the LA area visiting family and friends. Then we will drive up to Aptos to see Lisa and family. We also hope to get up to Oregon to see friends before the drive home. Actually, everything depends on the arrival of Jr. Ron may be driving home without me, and I may fly home later. Anyway, if we drive through Denver, we would love to see you. Maybe we could meet for lunch somewhere. Write me if this is a possibility -- keeping in mind that this all depends on the baby.
Nancy Angerer <rangerer@sbcglobal.net>
Champaign, IL - Wednesday, August 20, 2008 0:38 AM CDT
You were so sweet and signed my son Kody's guestbook that I had to come and get to know your Nathan. What a cutie! I know that Heaven has 2 handsome little boys who are raising cane up there I am sure! For me this site is a Heaven sent. During a "normal" day I have to be happy, smiling, laughing and unemotional... On here I can let out how I feel, and not worry about hurting people's feelings or making things worse. ON here I can hear from other parents on how they coped or how they are coping and that how and what I feel is "normal", as "normal" as that can be with losing a child. I don't think we will ever feel "normal" again, we went through something so emotional that nothing can change or fix.
I know our sons are having a hay day and keeping my mom on her toes spoiling them. One day we will see them again and learn so much!
IF you ever need to talk,yell,cry,laugh, or just talk drop me an email...
My prayers are with you!
hugs n prayers~ Kristi Cannon- Proud mom to Angel Kody dx. stage IV NB at age 14 months (05-17-05) Joined God's Heavenly Angel's at 3 years, 4 months and 13 days old (07-29-07)
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kodycannon

Kristi Cannon <clcannon93@yahoo.com>
La Grande, OR USA - Tuesday, August 12, 2008 4:57 PM CDT
You signed my son Kody's guestbook so I came to read about your son. What a cutie! For me I have found keeping Kody's site open and writing in it makes me feel so much better. It let's me put my feelings out there where on a day to day basis I have to keep them hiden because of the kids, work or other reasons that I have. So I find opening up on here makes life a little easier to bare without my Kody. Atleast I know that your Nathan is with him now. I can bet they are having a hayday together and my mom is making sure they are spoiled rotten!
You are in my thoughts and prayers Susan... IF you ever need to chat, cry, yell or laugh just email me...
hugs n prayers~ Kristi Proud mom to Angel Kody dx at 14 months old (05-17-05), Joined God's Heavenly Angel's at 3 years, 4 months and 13 days old (07-29-07)
www.caringbridge.org/visit/kodycannon

Kristi Cannon <clcannon93@yahoo.com>
La Grande, OR USA - Tuesday, August 12, 2008 1:11 PM CDT
susan - praying you and your family are having good days and sweet memories of dear Nathan. I hope the girls are doing well and I'm sure Julia is getting ready for school. Enjoy them always and remember, you are not alone in your grieving. We all miss Nathan so much although we are not there personally. He touched us all so much! Stay well xoxo jude in pa xoxo
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak , pa usa - Monday, August 11, 2008 0:29 AM CDT
Thinking of you all and remembering Nathan.
Robin Brunet <robinb@start.ca>
Bradford, Ontario Canada - Wednesday, August 6, 2008 7:13 AM CDT
I could come here and offer support and love but I think you have had a lot of that recently. I wanted to come here and tell you that that picture of Nathan in his John Deere gear right down to the permanent grease stains (because of a lot of wear and love) on his shirt is truly my favorite one. This is how I like to remember him.

Much love from Boston.

Kat <mrskatvon@gmail.com>
Hull, MA USA - Sunday, August 3, 2008 9:34 PM CDT
Wanted you to know I am thinking of Nathan and you as the one year mark passes...may God give you peace and beautiful memories of your sweet son until you see him again.
Debbie & Connor
http://iwillliftmyeyesconnorkhoury.blogspot.com/

Debbie Khoury
Columbus, GA Muscogee - Thursday, July 31, 2008 1:06 AM CDT
Remembering Nathan, such a bright, beautiful light....a year later, my heart still aches for your loss when I think of your sweet boy. I know it will always be this way. Keeping the Gentrys in my thoughts and prayers.
Shirley
NY, NY - Wednesday, July 30, 2008 7:55 AM CDT
Thinking of Nathan and your family today. We know the pain, and just passed Emily's 1st birthday in Heaven. Hoping and praying for peace and comfort. God bless.

Love,
The Adamson Family
Diane, David, MaryGrace, and our angel ^Emily^
www.caringbridge.org/fl/emilyadamson

Diane Adamson <ERDIANE@aol.com>
Cooper City, FL - Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:40 PM CDT
nathan will never be forgotten. he is missed and loved dearly.
plasagna
- Tuesday, July 29, 2008 7:54 PM CDT
We are thinking and praying for you all today...
With love,

Jim and Dawn Runde www.jamesrunde.com <onyal@bellsouth.net>
Greensboro, NC - Tuesday, July 29, 2008 5:29 PM CDT
Thinking of you today...as I have so often lately. I just wanted you to know that one more person thinks about all of you and cares for you very much. Nathan is often in my thoughts...knowing he is with God forever.

God's peace be with you always!


love -- Katie

Katie Altmann <bookwoman@triad.rr.com>
Burlington, nc usa - Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:16 AM CDT
Sending love and hugs to your family today and always. Nathan touched so many lives during his time on Earth, and he continues to do so now. Wishing you all peace.
Susan Lynch
Longmont, CO 80501 - Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:12 AM CDT
Many ((hugs)) I know today as are most days bring a thought of your lil boy back to you. Your family is in my thoughts!
Chrissy
Port St Lucie, FL USA - Tuesday, July 29, 2008 8:57 AM CDT
Thinking of you all today and remembering Nathan. I hope you feel him near.
Love to all,

Jennifer Click and Carolyn & Evan Coveney <jsclick@gmail.com>
Springfield, VA - Tuesday, July 29, 2008 8:36 AM CDT
Thinking of you today on this difficult day as it's Nathan's 1yr angel anniversary. I am praying for you now and always.
Christine <mcfarland@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, July 29, 2008 5:24 AM CDT
Thinking of you & your family today, as always... Miss you, Nathan. z.
Zeynep
Istanbul, Turkey - Tuesday, July 29, 2008 4:25 AM CDT
Susan and Luke:
I am thinking of you and your family especially this month and tomorrow. I can't imagine the grief that this time of year will bring. I bet there have been so many joys in your life over the past year that you can celebrate and those times will become more frequent. I will lift all of you up today as I always do, but especially today. Love to all of you. We think of Nathan often.

Kris Rychter <krychter@msn.com>
Colorado Springs, CO - Monday, July 28, 2008 10:39 PM CDT
Susan and Luke - thinking of you at this really difficult time of year and praying that you have wonderful memories of your special brave boy on this the anv. of his passing. My close friend in IN just emailed today and her nephew is losing his battle to 2 kinds of cancer! He is 24 and had a kidney transplant 21 yrs ago and the meds are causing the cancer. He can't stop the meds or he'll lose the kidney and his life. But the cancers are killing him anyhow. How very sad. I related Nathan's story to her and told her I understand her pain. I told her sooo many of us kept track of nathan thru the internet and we all miss him terribly. Lifting your family in prayer! jude in pa xoxox
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak , pa usa - Saturday, July 26, 2008 7:09 PM CDT
Susan and Luke,
Nathan has been in my thoughts a lot lately, but I had lost the link to this site until today. Now as I look at the calendar I realize why he has been so active in my consciousness. Amazing how many (who never even met him) have been touched by his bright little spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls.

With love,
Laura O

Laura Orchard <artist@lauraorchard.com>
Santa Fe, NM USA - Thursday, July 24, 2008 4:52 PM CDT
Susan,
Thank you very much for being at the conference. I was thinking about our conversation when I wrote what I did on our Nathan's website. I got a lot out of our conversation; it was very insightful to me. I think parents who have been all the way through the fire probably have the best perspective. Being willing to share it is probably not easy, but my family thanks you. Regards.

Brad McLean <mcleanplace@bellsouth.net>
Louisville, KY - Monday, July 21, 2008 10:33 AM CDT
I have to say that I come here often. With my mom passing around the same time I connect him when I think of her. This picture just melts me each time I look at him, his sweetness over comes me. I know your about to hit the one year mark and while I have no idea of what losing a child is like I know loss. Many ((hugs)), your family is always in my thoughts and prayers!
Chrissy <alwaysdreamin@bellsouth.net>
Port St Lucie, FL USA - Wednesday, July 16, 2008 7:38 PM CDT
Thinking about Nathan and you lately. I love the stories of your dreams about him and hope they give you some comfort. Truly cannot begin to imagine how difficult his birthday was this year...well I know everyday is hard. Praying for you all, Leann www.caringbridge.org/visit/bronsonbalzac
Leann Balzac
Dallas, TX - Sunday, July 13, 2008 9:42 PM CDT
I love hearing of your dreams with Nathan. I smile to think that even for just a moment in your dreams...you are able to feel the weight of him in your arms and hold him close. What a wonderful gift...and I appreciate your sharing them with us!
Tammy <Priorityonecb@aol.com>
Clayton, NC USA - Sunday, July 13, 2008 1:50 AM CDT
I truly believe Nathan is coming to you in your dreams to let you know he is whole and healthy and happy with God. And he is letting you know he is near you - his spirit. Ihave read so many books on this. I dream of my dad often. And he is smiling and saying nothing. Books have said this means the spirit of the loved one is near you and letting you know they are fine. I am so glad Nathan is letting you know he is near and doing well. I wish you many more of his visits! God bless xoxo jude in PA
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak , pa usa - Wednesday, July 9, 2008 10:28 PM CDT
I miss you.
I love you.

Kylie <kylielamont@hotmail.com>
Melbourne, Victoria Australia - Wednesday, July 9, 2008 8:05 PM CDT
Nathan remains in my heart. I think of him often. I want you to know that the brief time our sons shared a hospital room was all it took for me to learn that Nathan was so special. He is still loved.
Christine Wood
Bridgewater, NJ USA - Tuesday, July 8, 2008 11:20 PM CDT
I love hearing about these gifts you are receiving in your dreams! Dreams sent from Heaven from a very healthy little boy! Thank you for sharing
Kris Rychter <krychter@msn.com>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Tuesday, July 8, 2008 5:30 PM CDT
Thinking about you -- I would guess that this month is especially hard. I am holding you and Nathan in my prayers, now and always.
LisaW from Friends of Heroes
Morgantown, WV - Tuesday, July 8, 2008 3:41 PM CDT
Hi Susan! Sounds like a wonderful dream. Hope you have many, many more. We continue to pray for you and your family-for strength, and ultimately, joy. Love, Missy
Missy Morgan <LMorgan374@aol.com>
Winder, GA - Friday, July 4, 2008 3:48 PM CDT
I think of you often -- and enjoy hearing about your dreams of Nathan.

Thinking and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers always.

love -- katie and family

Katie Altmann <bookwoman@triad.rr.com>
Burlington, nc usa - Thursday, July 3, 2008 11:23 PM CDT
Hi Susan - just checking in. Had my big 6-0 and was in IND this past weekend with the entire family. I love the new picture of Nathan. I pray things are going ok for you and the family. Summer is flying by - 4th of JUL is a couple days away. Hard to believe. Time stands still for no one! Take good care and know I think of you all the time. Missing your courageous son! Hugs to you all xoxo jude in pa xoxo
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white Oak , pa usa - Wednesday, July 2, 2008 10:21 PM CDT
Happy Birthday Nathan, a litle late. Susan, I have been thinking about all of you. I cannot imagine how difficult this day was for you, and I just wanted to let you know I was thinking about you guys.
Robyn Trippel <robyntrippel@msn.com>
Colorado Springs, CO - Sunday, June 22, 2008 9:22 PM CDT
I'm late but still wishing Nathan a Happy 8th Birthday. I can't even imagine how hard these 'firsts' are to get through but I pray the memories of your little man bring you comfort. Nathan, you're forever loved and missed!
Tawny <TawnyTearz@aol.com>
Miami, FL USA - Saturday, June 21, 2008 7:07 PM CDT
Happy Birthday Nathan..Thinking of you, too Susan..
Kellie Davideit <kelbri27@optonline.net>
Metuchen, nj usa - Wednesday, June 18, 2008 8:35 PM CDT
Thinking of Nathan, your sweet, sweet boy...wishing you peaceful moments.
Shirley <sc2334@yahoo.com>
New York, NY - Wednesday, June 18, 2008 3:07 PM CDT
Happy Birthday Nathan. Still thinking of you.
Robin Brunet <robinb@start.ca>
Bradford, Ontario Canada - Tuesday, June 17, 2008 7:42 AM CDT
Dear Heavenly Father - wrap your loving arms around Nathan Gentry and let him know many of us wish him peace, love and a happy birthday in his new Heavenly home. And please send many earthly blessings to his mom, dad and sisters! they love Nathan so much an miss him terribly. Please protect them and bring them peace in their memories of Nathan. Thank you - Amen! jude in PA xoxo
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
White Oak, pa usa - Monday, June 16, 2008 11:18 PM CDT
Happy Birthday Nathan
Shawna <momtodylanandryan@gmail.com>
Savannah, TX - Monday, June 16, 2008 5:39 PM CDT
Happy Birthday, precious Nathan! How I wish you were here to share your day with your family. I am so thankful to have been able to share your last 2 birthdays with you and I will always have wonderful memories of our time spent together.
(Ms.) Ouida <obartley@hotmail.com>
- Monday, June 16, 2008 12:22 AM CDT
Happy Heavenly Birthday Nathan! I hope you got our balloons and I pray that you let mom,dad and your sisters know you are ok.
(((HUGS))) Susan, Luke and girls you are all in my thoughts.

Love Melissa <melnjess2002@yahoo.com>
Fountain, CO USA - Monday, June 16, 2008 11:57 AM CDT
Happy Birthday Nathan. I never got a chance to meet you but your life has inspired mine.
Addie
Columbus, OH - Monday, June 16, 2008 10:09 AM CDT
Hi Luke and Susan,

I was thinking about Nathan and how his birthday must be so bittersweet. Such a wonderful boy, to have shared his love so fully with you for all the years of his life. Susan, I loved the image of Nathan in your dreams. It lifted my heart to imagine him like that, and to imagine you lifted up by him as well. You're always in my thoughts and prayers.

Love,
Beth

Beth Villavicencio
Seattle, WA USA - Sunday, June 15, 2008 11:57 PM CDT
ps.: It's the 16th here in İstanbul :)
Zeynep
Istanbul, Turkey - Sunday, June 15, 2008 10:50 PM CDT
Happy birthday Nathan.

Thinking of you & your family on this day.. Love, z.

Zeynep
Istanbul, Turkey - Sunday, June 15, 2008 10:49 PM CDT
Imagine my surprise when I walked in to our local grocery store and there was this big blown up picture of Nathan. I live in Topeka, KS and I walked over and said, "hey thats Nathan." There were two girls working a lemonaid stand, raising money for cancer. I was so excited to know it was Nathan being remembered. I didn't even know Nathan, I just have read this site. What a small world! I thought for a moment maybe there was some of Nathans family there but realized it was a fund raiser. Anyway, I drank some lemonaid, and gave a donation and thought about all of you and Nathan and how much he has impacted the world in some way.
I wish you all happy memories as I know Nathan is happy and doing well in his new home in Heaven.
Beth

Beth <btheubanks@yahoo.com>
Topeka, ks USA - Sunday, June 15, 2008 8:17 PM CDT
I remember Nathan has a JUN birthday - I hope the day won't be too rough on your family. I wish you the happiest of memories of him on his special day. I will say a prayer in memory of Nathan. We all miss him in some way. God bless xo jude in pa
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak , pa usa - Saturday, June 14, 2008 10:43 PM CDT
Susan: When I read this I felt so happy for you! What a blessing that must have been. I pray that it will help on the days ahead that are tough. I can only imagine what his face was telling you! God bless you.
Kris Rychter <krychter@msn.com>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Saturday, June 14, 2008 1:34 PM CDT
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Just wanted to say "Hi" and tell you that I'm thinking of you and your family. Love,

Dorie <dorieao@hotmail.com>
- Friday, June 13, 2008 10:58 PM CDT
Just wanted to let you know that a stranger-friend in New Jersey was thinking about your little boy today and wishing your family well.
Tracey <traceybisazza@yahoo.com>
Manasquan, NJ 08736 - Wednesday, June 11, 2008 1:32 PM CDT
I miss you.
I love you.

Kylie Lamont <kylielamont@hotmail.com>
Melbourne, Victoria Australia - Tuesday, June 10, 2008 4:18 PM CDT
They always seem to know when we need the hugs.


Terry (Andy's mom) <tmbeck2@verizon.net>
- Friday, June 6, 2008 7:11 PM CDT
I too believe he was telling you he is ok. What a wonderful dream it must have been. Tons of thoughts for you, Luke and the girls. I pray you all receive more of these wonderul dreams and they bring you peace and comfort. Always thinking of you!
Melissa <melnjess2002@yahoo.com>
Fountain, CO USA - Thursday, June 5, 2008 9:54 PM CDT
Aww, that is a great picture of mother and son sharing a quiet moment together. So sweet.

Prayers for continued strength for your family. Bless you all.

shirley <schan031@yahoo.com>
ny, ny - Tuesday, June 3, 2008 9:23 AM CDT
Susan - Nathan came to you in a dream to let you know he is happy and healthy. I have read alot on after death experiences and there is a book called Hello from Heaven that talks about dreams and what they mean as far as departed loved ones letting us know they are near us and ok. I have had 5 dreams in 10 yrs on my dad and he is well and smiling in each one. His eyes are so blue. I wake up feeling at peace about him. I hope you feel the same about Nathan - that he is at peace, with God and he is well. God Bless you and take good care! The picture of him snuggling with you is wonderful! I really love to still see his face - even thru past pictures. He is really missed. xoxoxo JUDE in PGH xoxoxo
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak , pa usa - Tuesday, June 3, 2008 1:50 AM CDT
Susan,
What a beautiful and touching dream. We still check on you to let you know you are still in our prayers. What a feeling it must have been to have Nathan so close.
God Bless,
Terri and Jeremy
www.caringbridge.org/visit/jeremysjourney

terri banish <terbanish@aol.com>
warren, mi - Monday, June 2, 2008 11:00 PM CDT
We are praying for nathon and his family and loved one! We want him to be ok!
paittan
sperry, ok usa - Friday, May 30, 2008 10:21 PM CDT
Susan, It certainly sounds like Nathan paid you a visit in your dream. I hope it was comforting for you to see and feel him once again. I still check the website every day and think of you. Thanks for updatng and posting a new picture. His smile is priceless.
b. reilly
havertown, pa - Friday, May 30, 2008 0:41 AM CDT
Hi Susan,
Just wanted to drop you a note to tell you I'm thinking about you.

Candace (Benjamin's mom)

Candace Mason <candacelmason@msn.com>
Reno, NV USA - Wednesday, May 28, 2008 6:06 PM CDT
Just wanted to poke in and see Nathan and what a great surprise to see this awesome pic of him! So beautiful! Nathan is never far from my thoughts.
Debbie
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/connorkhoury

Debbie Khoury <dlkhoury@yahoo.com>
Columbus, GA Muscogee - Sunday, May 25, 2008 11:00 PM CDT
That picture is amazing - I absolutely love it. Continuing to think of your family often.
Jennifer <jennifer@kidscancercrusade.org>
- Friday, May 23, 2008 9:11 AM CDT
The window picture of Nathan is breathtaking... thank you for sharing it with us. I still think of your family often. I hope you are all doing well.
Pamela <mmpammie@aol.com>
Snellville, ga usa - Wednesday, May 14, 2008 2:53 PM CDT
The photo of Nathan sitting at the window is beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
Robin Brunet <robinb@start.ca>
Bradford, Ontario Canada - Tuesday, May 13, 2008 8:04 AM CDT
Thinking of you on this day.
Susan Lynch
Longmont, CO USA - Monday, May 12, 2008 0:11 AM CDT
Susan - I remember that picture and it was sooo touching when I first saw it - still is. Nathan is sooo missed by all of us who followed his journey. I pray your Mother's Day went ok - that your daughters were able to bring you joy. My granddaughter brought me much joy and also hearing from Roman. May God watch over you and your family always. give the girls an extra hug :) xoxo jude in Pa xoxo
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak , pa usa - Sunday, May 11, 2008 11:39 PM CDT
Thinking of you, on this Mother's Day...


Love,
Dawn and Jim Runde

www.jamesrunde.com <onyal@bellsouth.net>
Greensboro, NC - Sunday, May 11, 2008 3:06 PM CDT
Wanted to wish you a Happy Mother's Day, dear Susan..
Just keep in mind that Nathan is always in my prayers,
and i'm sure that he's celebrating his beautiful mom's day from Heaven...

esin <esin_gunsur@yahoo.com>
izmir, turkey - Sunday, May 11, 2008 12:42 AM CDT
That picture brings tears to my eyes, now rolling down my cheeks... what a special boy! I am so sorry, always will be, for what he went through, and what you are still going through. I hope you find some comfort and peace in your memories, and hopes for the future. I'm sure the coming of summer must be rough. I will be thinking of you and praying for you!
LisaW from Friends of Heroes
Morgantown, WV - Saturday, May 10, 2008 9:31 AM CDT
Thinking of you... And thank you for the picture. Love, z.
Zeynep
Istanbul, Turkey - Friday, May 9, 2008 6:48 PM CDT
That's a beautiful picture, everything about it. I hope you're all doing well and that you're able to get through this Mother's day with smiles and happy tears of past memories with your little man. Thinking of you all daily. Nathan, you're forever loved & missed!
Tawny <TawnyTearz@aol.com>
Miami, FL USA - Thursday, May 8, 2008 11:35 PM CDT
Susan, that is a beautiful, poignant picture that broke my heart just the same. I don't think a day goes by where I don't think of him, I wish I could have told him how priviliged I feel to have stumbled upon his story and the profound effect he had on me.
Rita B <thegr8bolli@yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, May 6, 2008 9:55 AM CDT
Susan - just a note to say hi and hoping you and your girls are having a good spring. weather still has not come up to par yet here. but it is trying. Delaney is 7 mos now and crawling and jabbering away. Doing well. She is so cute. I will try to send some pics online. If I have a current email address for you! Take good care and I will keep you in prayer always! God bless you all xoxo jude in PA xoxo
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak , pa usa - Sunday, May 4, 2008 11:17 PM CDT
I still check in occasionally, & am glad to hear that things are going along as "normal" as possible. We are looking forward to a quick trip to IL to visit family, & hope to see Kathy & Mike as well.
Sandy Kussart Zinn
Fountain Hills, AZ - Thursday, April 24, 2008 3:19 AM CDT
We think of Nathan often. Jason and I are going to register with the bone marrow registry. We are both organ donors and I give blood. But this is one more way we can possibly help others. Nathan is our inspiration for that. He is my inspiration for so many things. As are you and Luke, your entire family.
Jill SM Overholt <j.overholt@verizon.net>
Normal, IL United States - Wednesday, April 23, 2008 7:57 PM CDT
So glad to see that new picture. Nathan looked so peaceful. I am sure that it is difficult not having him there. I am glad the girls are active and doing ok. I'm sure the grief groups are helpful. You will know when you've had all you can take from them. Have a good spring! It is finally warming up here and feeling like spring is here. Sending prayers for your peace always. jude in pa xoxo
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white Oak , pa usa - Thursday, April 17, 2008 11:36 PM CDT
The new picture is just adorable! It is so typical of most of the pictures I have taken with more than one child in them. Thanks again for updating.
beth reilly
havertown, pa - Thursday, April 17, 2008 3:56 PM CDT
Stopped in to see how your family is doing, and seeing the picture up top of Easter just made me smile. The girls are gorgeous in the bottom picture too and have grown up so much! I still think of Nathan, and hope you are all doing OK. Thank you for sharing your family with us :)
Pamela <mmpammie@aol.com>
Snellville, ga usa - Sunday, April 13, 2008 12:25 AM CDT
Hi Susan and all! Just dropping in to say HI and thinking of you. Praying things are going ok. Still not quite spring here in PA. got lots of rain lately but snow is due this weekend and cold again. some sunshine could sure brighten my mood! I hope you are enjoying beautiful weather and that the girls are doing well! Hoping you all are coping and doing the best you can :) love - jude in pa xoxo
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak , pa usa - Friday, April 11, 2008 9:18 PM CDT
just stopping by to say hi...and sending good thoughts your way!
Tracey <traceybisazza@yahoo.com>
Manasquan, NJ USA - Tuesday, April 8, 2008 11:55 AM CDT
Thinking of you, and wishing you all well!
LisaW from Friends of Heroes
Morgantown, - Monday, April 7, 2008 10:21 AM CDT
Thinking of you all and how difficult this year is for you as parents to give the girls "normal" in a devastatingly abnormal world. I am glad to see that you will continue the site and hope that it will help in some small way to continue to share Nathan with all of us who cherish his fight and strength.

Best and hope, Leann
www.caringbridge.org/visit/bronsonbalzac

Leann Balzac <nanasgirl40@sbcglobal.net>
Dallas, - Thursday, April 3, 2008 9:50 PM CDT
The girls looked beautiful in their Easter dresses. I also love the one at the top with Nathan last year. I hope things are going well - despite missing Nathan terribly. Thinking of you lots.
Jennifer <jennifer@kidscancercrusade.org>
- Thursday, April 3, 2008 5:55 PM CDT
Dear Susan and Family, please know you have been much in my thoughts and prayers. The picture of Nathan and the girls on Easter 06 is so beautiful, and it is hard to believe how much has happened since then. The girls were so lovely on Easter 08 and I know they must give you tremendous comfort and joy. Sending buckets of love your way, SHIRLEY
Shirley Staples <shirleystaples@gmail.com>
Brooklyn, NY US - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 11:26 AM CDT
Dear Susan and Family, please know you have been much in my thoughts and prayers. The picture of Nathan and the girls on Easter 06 is so beautiful, and it is hard to believe how much has happened since then. The girls were so lovely on Easter 08 and I know they must give you tremendous comfort and joy. Sending buckets of love your way, SHIRLEY
Shirley Staples <shirleystaples@gmail.com>
Brooklyn, NY US - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 11:26 AM CDT
I miss you.
I Love you.

Kylie Lamont <kylielamont@hotmail.com>
Melbourne, Victoria Australia - Wednesday, April 2, 2008 4:54 AM CDT
Thinking of you & your family every day, but especially on this day... Love, z.
Zeynep
Istanbul, Turkey - Tuesday, April 1, 2008 4:21 PM CDT


Love & Hope Always

www.dylanhartung.net

Melissa Hartung
New York, NY USA - Friday, March 28, 2008 1:02 PM CDT
Oh, the girls just look like porcelain dolls! How beautiful! But they do look sad, too, compared to last year's photo with Nathan. I can only imagine how tough it must be for all of you this year, remembering last year. Just wanted to stop by here to wish you well and to let you know that I still think of all of you and Nathan often.
LisaW from Friends of Heroes
Morgantown, WV - Thursday, March 27, 2008 3:20 PM CDT
The Easter photos are great. Thanks for sharing them. See you Sunday.
Mary Ann Springer <travelinlite54@hotmail.com>
Colorado Springs, ca el paso - Thursday, March 27, 2008 8:37 AM CDT
Stopping by to say hello, the girls are beautiful! I hope you had a nice Easter weekend. God Bless, Love, Ellen
http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson

Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma - Wednesday, March 26, 2008 11:47 PM CDT
Susan - the girls were stunning in their Easter finery! Thanks for posting the picture. they are growing up so fast. Both beauties! :) Hope your holiday was nice and hope that your weather is getting nice. Our's is trying. Stay well and may God watch over you all always xo jude in pa xoxox
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak , pa usa - Wednesday, March 26, 2008 10:14 PM CDT
Thank you for sharing the slideshow of Nathan through the years. He was such a smiley, happy baby! Beautiful, sweet boy....He always had a smile, i just love that! Wishing you peaceful moments.
shirley
ny, ny - Tuesday, March 25, 2008 2:33 PM CDT
What cuties!! Thanks for the beautiful Easter picture.
b. reilly
havertown, pa - Monday, March 24, 2008 10:40 PM CDT
Stunning photo of your girls. They are beautiful children. Thinking of you always.

much love -- katie

Katie Altmann <bookwoman@triad.rr.com>
burlington, nc usa - Monday, March 24, 2008 2:56 PM CDT
Dear Lauren and Julia! Hope you have a fun Easter! I hope you get a chocolate egg or bunny. mmmmm I'll bet you are going to be all dressed up in special clothes for church. I hope we see a picture of you in your Easter outfits! Have a fun day and remember, God loves you! jude in pa xoxoxo
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak , pa usa - Saturday, March 22, 2008 6:56 AM CDT
Dear Susan - I hope you and your family have a blessed Easter. I just wrote a similar note to Aimee (Kendall's) mom. For some reason I connect Kendall with Nathan. Kendall passed away one year ago during Easter........God Bless.....
Carol Gannon <carolgannon@yahoo.com>
Randolph, NJ United States - Friday, March 21, 2008 10:43 AM CDT
hi susan - love the newest picture you posted. it is such a peaceful picture. wishing all of you a peaceful spring and Easter holiday. may God watch over all of you always xoxo jude in pa xo
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white Oak , pa usa - Saturday, March 15, 2008 10:46 PM CDT
I am SURE the monkeys appreciated that - really! That photo made me smile :)

Sending our love, from this side of the world, z.

Zeynep
Ist, Turkey - Friday, March 14, 2008 12:16 AM CDT
Hi-I signed your guest book once before, right around the time my son was diagnosed with NB (last Sept)I still come back to check on you guys and see Nathan's sweet face, he is so precious! I think of him often and you guys also, trying to manage day-to-day without him-please know that he is and always will be remembered-what a remarkable boy Nathan must have been. What an angel you have looking over you now.
Debbie Khoury <dlkhoury@yahoo.com>
Columbus, Ga Muscogee - Friday, March 14, 2008 1:58 AM CDT
Another beautiful picture of Nathan! He looks like such a sweet little boy. It always makes me smile when I see his face.
b. reilly
havertown, pa - Thursday, March 13, 2008 11:00 PM CDT
I love the updated pic of Nathan. I also love getting that fun little tidbit of info about him and the monkey shirt. It makes those of us who never knew him feel like we know a little more about him now. I'm sure he was a super kid! Thanks for all your updates. I think of you all often.

Heather and Noah from the November Cranbaby board

Heather Honeycutt
Cincinnati, OH USA - Thursday, March 13, 2008 5:50 PM CDT
What a great picture of Nathan! I wish I had known this sweet little boy- thank you for sharing the picture, and for sharing your memories of him.
JC
Canada - Thursday, March 13, 2008 5:25 PM CDT
I love the photo of Nathan in his monkey shirt. Thanks so much for sharing this today. I think of all of you so often and pray for your continued strength, peace and joy each day.

love -- Katie

katie Altmann <bookwoman@triad.rr.com>
burlington, nc usa - Wednesday, March 12, 2008 10:40 PM CDT
I love this photo of Nathan. Thank you so much for sharing it. The shirt is a perfect accessory for a trip to the zoo. I love that he put such attention into details.

We think of you so very often with love -- Katie

katie Altmann <bookwoman@triad.rr.com>
burlington, nc usa - Wednesday, March 12, 2008 7:23 PM CDT
Dear Susan - Thank you for sharing the wonderful slideshow of Nathan. From viewing all of the wonderful pictures - Nathan seemed like a "gentle soul". I read some of the comments from the guestbook and it seems that many people loved Nathan's smile as I do......I hope that you and your family are doing well. God Bless......
Carol Gannon <carolgannon@yahoo.com>
Randolph, NJ United States - Tuesday, March 11, 2008 9:04 AM CDT
I come to your site to remember Nathan; also, to offer my love and support to the Gentry family. By following his story, I grew very attached to Nathan and his sisters and his mom and dad.

What Nathan and your whole family went through is so hard to understand; it really hurts to know that he did not get a chance to grow up and explore life and that his sisters have to grow up without their big brother by their side. I also know that your love for him is forever, and the bonds of family are never broken.

Shirley
NY, NY - Monday, March 10, 2008 12:48 AM CDT
What do we want to see? Well, I check in with the hopes that everyone is healthy and well, if still sad, and with the hope that remembering Nathan in this way will help you to heal. I cried buckets when Nathan passed -- and I still think of all of you so often, and wonder how you are doing. I don't check in as often, but you are frequently in my prayers. I think it is important that you don't feel this is in any way an obligation, to come here, to update. If it is a good place for you to share what is going on in your life, then keep doing it. If not, let it go. I think grief has its own dimensions and everyone needs to figure out their own best way of getting through it, day by day. Just know that people are praying for your comfort and healing, just as we all prayed for Nathan.
LisaW from Friends of Heroes
Morgantown, WV - Thursday, March 6, 2008 11:00 AM CST
Thank you for posting the beautiful video of Nathan! You know he touched so many people - thank you for not being selfish and keeping him all to yourself! With lots of love and prayers
Kris Rychter <krychter@msn.com>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Thursday, March 6, 2008 10:01 AM CST
susan - isn't it amazing how many people were touched by Nathan's journey AND continue to want to check in on him and your family? I think we all feel the same way - Nathan touched our hearts and souls. your family means alot to all of us. I so enjoyed the slide show and seeing Nathan as an infant and toddler. I sit here in tears after seeing it and feel so devastated all over that he is gone. It is unfair and I am so sorry all over again that you and your family had to go thru that. He is greatly missed by everyone. I will continue to ask the Lord to bless your family xoxo jude in pa xoxo
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak , pa usa - Wednesday, March 5, 2008 10:26 PM CST
I like coming to Nathan's page just to think about him and walk down memory lane, remembering his love of rules, structure, construction, connections. Lately, I have found myself thinking of him and humming "Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee". I like seeing photos of his two sisters and hearing about how his entire family is doing. It's also just nice to see photos of Nathan and his very sweet smile and big chocolate brown eyes. He is remembered by so many people.
Owen Bear
Winnipeg, Canada - Wednesday, March 5, 2008 2:34 PM CST
I still check Nathan's page often to see his smiling face and see how you're all doing. I often wonder what goes through the siblings minds when they lose their playmate. I can't even imagine how hard it is for them when adults can't even comprehend why this ever happens. Through out the day today I watched all 40 minutes of Nathan's picutre slideshow. I can tell that he sure lived a lot of life during his short 7 years here on earth. I absolutely love seeing the smile on his face while he lived each day to the fullest no matter what the nasty, stupid cancer was doing to the inside of his body. Nathan, you are forever loved and missed!
Tawny <TawnyTearz@aol.com>
Miami, FL USA - Sunday, March 2, 2008 9:22 PM CST
I followed a link that brought me here about a year ago (not sure when). I also live in Colorado Springs so I followed your story and cried and mourned when Nathan passed away. I think I still come here just to see that little smiling face and to remember Nathan and it reminds me to pray for y'all. I know there will always be a huge chunk of your family missing. I guess it also reminds me that life is very short and precious and I hope it helps me focus on my child better. That's why I come.

I think it also just reminds me that God is always with us. Your faith is inspiring. I know y'all aren't perfect(who is?) but you leaned on God and trusted in him and it gives me comfort to know that you had the comfortor with you. I hope that answers your question. I wonder myself why I stop by but he was a cutie and I know Nathan brought much joy to you.

Jenny Kay
colorado springs, CO - Saturday, March 1, 2008 11:10 AM CST
I don't stop here all that often, but I do visit Dad's Diary and I Can't Keep from Singing everyday. You all continue to be part of my life, so I want to know what's going on. i hope you had a good trip to Tuscon.

VB
erinbuenger.blogspot.com

Vickie Buenger <vbueger@mays.tamu.edu>
Bryan, TX - Friday, February 29, 2008 3:58 PM CST
I was on your January Expecting Club board. Nathan received his diagnosis on my birthday.

Every mother in the world could be in your shoes - you & Nathan didn't do anything to deserve this happening to you, it could just as easily have happened to me. I still check in because the strength & goodness you showed through out this time amazed me, and because I think about you & want to pray for you. I check in because, though I can only imagine that your definition of doing okay has probably changed, I want to make sure you are doing okay... That probably makes no sense, I can't word it properly...

Anyway, through the whole long time, I checked in & now it's just hard not to hope you're doing well.

But, you do whatever makes you feel best with the site, if you're thinking of letting it go. I'll still always remember the things I learned from Nathan's life & your devotion to him!

Stacey
USA - Thursday, February 28, 2008 11:17 PM CST
I too, like all the entries below mine, check here often... hoping to just find out that you guys are doing okay, surviving after your tragedy and seeing through your eyes and words that life does goes on and so do the great memories. I have been here since the beginning (was on the Jan 02 Playgroup board with you) and even though I don't post much, my thoughts and prayers have always and will always be with you. YOU opened my eyes to the world of childhood cancer - I was so naive before. I follow many kids now, some have happy endings so far and other like Nathan I will NEVER forget. I hope you don't feel that you need to keep this open for us - but I think we all just like to check back and know that you are okay, that the girls are growing up and still doing silly girl things, and most of all that Nathan will always touch their lives. I too like to see what new picture you may have found and to see Nathans precious smile. We will always pray and care for your family, whether we know you personally or not and whether or not this site is still up. Do what your heart tells you, write what your heart tells you - even if it is just an update on choir or snow or silly memories! Thank you for all you and your family have given to us - I only wish our prayers had given you what you wanted more than anything...
Kristin Cooke <kallee02@hotmail.com>
Wylie, TX USA - Thursday, February 28, 2008 0:04 AM CST
I want you to know, I still read..... I don't expect to see anything... and I've never had the courage to write an entry, because I don't personally know your family... but I thought you should know there are more people in the world that care about your family than you might think. I never knew Nathan, but his personality shines through the pictures you post, and the words you write. I hope you don't feel obligated to continue this site, but I just want you to know I continue to think about and pray for you all.
Erin
MN - Wednesday, February 27, 2008 9:32 PM CST
I think many of us check in on your website because we want to know that you are doing ok. Reading these sites really makes you feel like you know the people who write them. Certain children's pictures especially touch your heart and Nathan's was one of those. Please don't feel obligated to continue this site if you find it too difficult. No one knows how you feel and you don't owe anyone an explanation. I want to thank you for sharing your son's story with us for so long. I wish I had gotten to know him. He seemed like such a sweet little boy.
b. reilly
havertown, pa - Tuesday, February 26, 2008 9:43 PM CST
I still come here because it feels good to feel a connection with Nate, to see his sweet face when the site loads. Since you asked, I always hope you will have chosen a new picture to share with us...a new tiny glimpse into simpler days and happy moments. I guess it might be like visiting a loved ones resting place, just to take a moment to feel a connection and remember happy times with someone you loved.
Tammy <Priorityonecb@aol.com>
Clayton, NC USA - Tuesday, February 26, 2008 10:39 AM CST
I still visit the site. Pop in to see photos of Nathan and to let you know he/you are all close in thought.
Robin Brunet <robinb@start.ca>
Bradford, Ontario Canada - Tuesday, February 26, 2008 10:06 AM CST
Dear Susan - I check your site every single morning when I come into work - and why - because I want to know that you and your family are doing well. In the past several weeks the following have received their "Angel Wings" - Maddie, Isaac, Tyler, Julian and all of these Mom's are having such a difficult time with loosing their precious ones. From Caringbridge we follow the journey of your hopes and dreams and the rollercoaster ride that you all find yourself on day after day. I can speak only for myself when I say that I don't know how you do it and the courage of your children is just amazing. Like I have said before on this site - your Nathan had the sweetest smile ever - and whenever I think of him, his smile is always there. I know that we have never met but it feels like I know you - just from reading your journal entries all of these months.....I sincerely hope that I have answered your question as to why I want to hear from you......
Carol Gannon <cgannon12000@yahoo.com>
Randolph, NJ United States - Tuesday, February 26, 2008 10:04 AM CST
I come here to look at Nathan's beautful smile. Sometimes I read old entries to remember him. I would like to hear other stories you have of Nathan and also to hear what the girls are up to.

I love you.
I miss you.

Kylie Lamont. <kylielamont@hotmail.com>
Melbourne, Victoria Australia - Tuesday, February 26, 2008 3:12 AM CST
I check in here frequently because for some reason, months ago, I was led here. Only to find out we both live in Colorado Springs and that I am originally from Lovington, IL. My family lives between La Place and Lake City. My brothers used to attend Cerro Gordo before we moved to Lovington school district. Was that God leading me here, I like to think so. SO even if you rarely post, I want you to know that you and your whole family have inspired me. But especially your sweet boy, Nathan.
Joy Myers <jlmmyers@netscape.net>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Monday, February 25, 2008 9:19 PM CST
Even though I never met Nathan personally, I felt like I knew him. I was awed by his courage in the face of his struggles. I frequently check the site as a way to remember a special child who inspired me.
Jenna
- Monday, February 25, 2008 8:21 PM CST
I log on often just to see his beautiful smile and often read the previous entries, remembering the moments of his precious life. I will never forget Nathan. But please don't feel preassured to post things you aren't ready for. But I did want to let you know Nathan is forever in my heart and wanted to thank you for sharing your sweet boy.
Rita B <thegr8bolli@yahoo.com>
- Monday, February 25, 2008 6:41 PM CST
I still come because your son touched my heart. His love of his family and the love his family gave him was felt by many. I guess I just want to know you and your family are ok.
Raybecca
- Monday, February 25, 2008 4:11 PM CST
Hi Gentry Family. I continue to check on this site daily. I think back to this past July and I can't believe it's already been 7 months since Nathan passed. I think it would be nice if we could hear memories of Nathan, and maybe see a bunch of different pictures that maybe haven't been shown in awhile. I continue to pray for you daily. A lot of supporters still check this site daily.
Christine
- Monday, February 25, 2008 2:08 PM CST
Hello. I read your entry last night and had to think on it. I've had Nathan's page bookmarked for the past two years and I can't see removing it. I guess in a perfect world I hope to read that you're doing okay, that your sweet girls are happy and that despite your tremendous loss that your pain may ease just a bit at some point. I won't pretend to know a thing about what you are all going through but I do think of your family often and our family has certainly become educated about childhood cancer and we try to fundraise whenever we can.
Sondra
TX s - Monday, February 25, 2008 1:54 PM CST
Hello,
I just check here just to see how you are all doing.
Is there another family site?
I lost my five week old nephew in nov. due to medical mistake.. I didn't realize how the death of a child effects the who extended family unit.
It's something I wish no one would go through.

Please let me know where we should visit to see how the kids are doing.
Take care.

Debbie
western PA, - Monday, February 25, 2008 11:00 AM CST
I continue to check in to "see" nathan's pictures and to check on how the girls are doing....you and LUke. Just keeping in touch in general. As you know, I write letters and cards but know many people don't get into that so this is a way for me to keep in touch with how you are all doing. I miss Nathan, too. God bless xoxo jude in pa xo
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak , pa usa - Sunday, February 24, 2008 11:42 PM CST
In answering your question about what to read about etc... really I still check on Nathan mostly to keep him close in memory, to read about your family who we have learned about through Nathan's journey, and also to read about any way in which we can help towards the research, etc.. to eradicate this terrible disease! Hope this is helpful.. Nathan and your family are always in our prayers
Jen
NY - Sunday, February 24, 2008 9:48 PM CST
I am keeping your family in my prayers. Have a wonderful weekend. God Bless you all.
Marsha Erps
McAllen , Tx U.S.A. - Saturday, February 16, 2008 1:55 AM CST
Photobucket
Thinking of you...

Dorie <dorieao@hotmail.com>
- Monday, February 11, 2008 8:55 PM CST
susan - just checking in and hoping things are going ok for all of you. brandon continues to feel ok now and is on a low fat diet and no beer. delaney turned over for the first time today. she was 4 mos. yesterday. wishing you all peace and pleasant days. it is now Lent and spring is only a matter of 6 weeks away. that is encouraging! take care and God bless xoxo jude in pgh
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak , pa usa - Wednesday, February 6, 2008 11:07 PM CST
I miss you.
I love you.


Kylie Lamont <kylielamont@hotmail.com>
Melbourne, Victoria Australia - Monday, February 4, 2008 6:08 PM CST
im new
charles mcpherson <charlesmcpherson@bellsouth.net>
fort lauderdale, fl united states - Saturday, January 26, 2008 7:07 PM CST
Thinking of you all..I would love to keep up with your other blog been following Nathan's page for awhile.We pray for your family daily..God Bless,The Padgetts'
www.caringbridge.org/visit/hannahpadgett

jennifer padgett <askjen152@yahoo.com>
jackson, oh usa - Saturday, January 26, 2008 0:05 AM CST
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JULIA!!!!!!! hope you had a wonderful party! Susan, I'd love to have the other blog. And I'd love to put a picture in the mail of Delaney. I am asking for prayers for Brandon. He is in the hosp. with pancreatic distress and is being tested today for whatever else there could be. we are more than concerned. He is afraid and I cannot help but worry about pancreatic cancer. Please stay well and know I think of all of you all the time. I continue to pray for your family and continue to remember Nathan always xoxoxo jude in pa
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak , pa usa - Friday, January 25, 2008 7:12 AM CST
Happy Birthday Julia! Susan, I would love to sign up for your other blog.
Nancy Angerer <rangerer@sbcglobal.net>
Champaign, IL - Thursday, January 24, 2008 11:10 PM CST
HI all

I enjoyed looking at your holiday pictures. The girls are really growing and very beautiful. The student I had last year has had a recurrence of his osteocarcinoma in his leg. The poor family has to make decisions regarding amputation. His name is Ryan. To all of you who read this, please pray for him. As I hear of his updates, I think of Nathan. It is difficult to believe that he has been in Heaven nearly 6 months now. I continue to pray for your family. May God continue to bless you all with good health and good times.

Marsha Erps
McAllen, Tx U.S.A. - Thursday, January 24, 2008 11:43 AM CST
Susan - just checking in and seeing if you posted anything new. HOpe all is ok. Very cold here in the "burgh". Stay warm and know spring is less than 70 days away! FYI>

jude in pa xoxox

jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
White Oak, pa usa - Saturday, January 19, 2008 1:36 AM CST
May 2008 bring your family lots of fun times together.
I lift you all up in my prayers and was so pleased to know you were able to go to Illinois.

Maralyn Heckman
Aurora, CO & Cerro Gordo , IL - Monday, January 14, 2008 11:01 PM CST
Hi Susan, I love that pic too! Stopping by to say Hello! I hope you are well. God bless, Love,
Ellen
http://www.caringbridge.org/ma/seanhanson
http://www.loneliesthour.org

Ellen Hanson <ehanson89@aol.com>
Cape Cod, Ma - Sunday, January 13, 2008 7:30 AM CST
Susan, I think that is my favorite picture ever of Nathan. He looks so calm and sweet. I wish I could have known him. He sounds like a wonderful little boy. The Christmas picture of his sisters was adorable too. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
e. reilly
havertown , pa - Saturday, January 12, 2008 9:24 PM CST
The Christmas pic of the girls -- they are simply gorgeous. And the new pic of Nathan you posted is so nice, too. What beautiful children!

I am so sorry you have had to go through Christmas without Nathan. I think of you often, and you are in my prayers. I hope you are finding comfort.

LisaW from Friends of Heroes
Morgantown, WV - Thursday, January 10, 2008 8:44 AM CST
Thinking of you all and wishing you peace and joy in 2008. The picture of Nathan is marvelous. We love you and think of you all the time.

Sending prayers your way,
Beth Villavicencio

Beth Villavicencio
Lynnwood, WA USA - Wednesday, January 9, 2008 6:58 PM CST
Susan...the wonderful new picture of Nathan shows us all his delightful dimple and sweet smile...what a great memory!
Thanks for sharing this. I continue to lift up you and your family in prayer as we begin 2008. I'm always happy to see you and visit at choir rehearsals. Blessings, my friend!!

Carol Lux <CALUX@AOL.COM>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Wednesday, January 9, 2008 5:54 PM CST
That's a great photo of Nathan. Such a sweet smile and beautiful eyes!

Wishing you peaceful moments...

Shirley
NY, NY - Wednesday, January 9, 2008 7:51 AM CST
Susan - the picture of Nathan was a surprise. I am so used to seeing the other one in the John Deere outfit. I always say Hello to him. :) And tell him I miss him. It was nice seeing him looking so "well" in this other picture. I felt reconnected to him somehow. ?? The DEC pics of the family were real nice. Thanks for sharing. I also got an email from Celia and just deleted it. I wasn't sure who all these new emails were from I've been getting. No problem. You take care and I hope the new year will bring you much peace and happy reflections. jude in pa xoxox
jude horvath < heyjude62248@comcast.net>
white oak , pa usa - Sunday, January 6, 2008 6:31 PM CST
Love the picture of his smiling face! Hope 2008 brings ya'll good health, peace, and joy again. Love, Missy
Missy Morgan <LMorgan374@aol.com>
Winder, GA - Sunday, January 6, 2008 6:00 PM CST
I ALSO RECIEVED MAIL FROM "CELIA" SOMEONE...it is definately spam mail.
marianne dalton
holley, ny - Sunday, January 6, 2008 8:23 AM CST
I came to the guest book before the main page, so didn't see that great new photo of Nathan. What a precious pic!

I got an email (probably spam) from Celia Ofor. Is she a friend? I posted my hotmail address (specifically designed for spam) so it's not a problem. I would recommend folks always post with a secondary address.

Mary Ann Springer <travelinlite54@hotmail.com>
Colorado Springs, co USA - Saturday, January 5, 2008 8:48 AM CST
I'm always so glad to see you at choir...even if we don't have chance to really chat. Big hug.
Mary Ann Springer <travelinlite54@hotmail.com>
Colorado Springs, co USA - Saturday, January 5, 2008 8:44 AM CST
That is such a wonderful picture of Nathan. Thanks for sharing it. I love the Christmas picure of the girls, too. We think of you all often and are still praying for you.
Nancy Angerer <rangerer@sbcglobal.net>
Champaign, IL - Friday, January 4, 2008 9:41 PM CST
Oh Susan, the picture just makes me want to stare at his beautiful lil face. I am sure that his smile must give you some comfort. I think of Nathan often as I do my mom. Many hugs my friend.
Chrissy
FL - Friday, January 4, 2008 2:51 PM CST
Dear Susan - Thanks for the new picture......WE ALL LOVE THAT SMILE........God Bless.....
Carol Gannon <cgannon12000@yahoo.com>
Randolph, NJ United States - Friday, January 4, 2008 11:14 AM CST
This was on a website of a mom from my church whose son died a year ago.

"A Pair of Shoes"

I am wearing a pair of shoes.
They are ugly shoes.
Uncomfortable shoes.
I hate my shoes.
Each day I wear them, and each day I wish I had another pair.
Some days my shoes hurt so bad that I do not think I can take another
step.
Yet, I continue to wear them.
I get funny looks wearing these shoes.
They are looks of sympathy.
I can tell in others eyes that they are glad they are my shoes and
not theirs.
They never talk about my shoes.
To learn how awful my shoes are might make them uncomfortable.
To truly understand these shoes you must walk in them.
But, once you put them on, you can never take them off.
I now realize that I am not the only one who wears these shoes.
There are many pairs in this world.
Some woman are like me and ache daily as they try and walk in them.
Some have learned how to walk in them so they don't hurt quite as
much.
Some have worn the shoes so long that days will go by before they
think about how much they hurt.
No woman deserves to wear these shoes.
Yet, because of these shoes I am a stronger woman.
These shoes have given me the strength to face anything.
They have made me who I am.
I will forever walk in the shoes of a woman who has lost a child.


Kim
OH USA - Thursday, January 3, 2008 8:49 PM CST
Just checking in on you all. May God continue to comfort you and allow 2008 to be a GREAT year. God Bless
Rhonda Tumblin <melanie47621@aol.com>
woodruff, sc - Thursday, January 3, 2008 8:35 AM CST
Just checking in on you all. May God continue to comfort you and allow 2008 to be a GREAT year. God Bless
Rhonda Tumblin <melanie47621@aol.com>
woodruff, sc - Thursday, January 3, 2008 8:34 AM CST
May you all have a Happy New Year!
(guestbook signers too)

Debbie <azuregoddess@yahoo.com>
western, PA - Tuesday, January 1, 2008 3:19 PM CST
Just wanted to let you know I still think of Nathan and your family and pray for your family everyday.
Christine
- Tuesday, January 1, 2008 10:59 AM CST

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